Scalp Micro-Pigmentation via Transcutaneous Implantation of Flexible Tissue Interlocking Biodegradable Microneedles

October 2019 in “ Pharmaceutics ”

Shayan Fakhraei Lahiji, Daniel Junmin Um, You-Seong Kim, Jeesu Jang, Huisuk Yang, Hyungil Jung

scalp micro-pigmentation biodegradable microneedles transcutaneous implantation pigment dose skin scalp minimally invasive traditional scalp tattooing scalp tattooing

TLDR New technique implants pigment in scalp with less pain and damage.

The study developed a minimally invasive micro-pigmentation platform using biodegradable microneedles for accurate implantation of a precise pigment dose into the skin. The microneedles were found to be effective in delivering pigment into the scalp without causing significant pain or damage to the skin. The study suggests that this technique could be a promising alternative to traditional scalp tattooing methods. However, further research is needed to determine the long-term safety and efficacy of this approach.

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